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Northwestern State University announces 2025-26 tenure and promotion list

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University has granted tenure to 15 faculty members and 20 faculty have received promotions effective with the start of the 2025-26 academic year, according to Executive Vice President and Provost Dr. Greg Handel. The tenure and promotion recommendations have been approved by the Board of Supervisors for the University of […]

LTC Tyrek Swaby honored as guest captain at Demon Football home opener

August 29, 2025

By Sid Hall, Military Affairs Coordinator / ROTC Program Manager

NATCHITOCHES – In continuing its tradition of honoring those who serve in the nation’s Armed Forces, Northwestern State University recognized the military service of Lieutenant Colonel Tyrek Swaby as the honorary captain during the football game against Alcorn […]

Activation Ceremony opens semester for NSU ROTC cadets

August 28, 2025

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University Demon Battalion Commander Todd Gladish of Willis, Texas, center, delivered encouraging remarks to fellow ROTC cadets during the Fall 2025 Activation ceremony for the 76^th Demon Battalion. The ceremony is a military tradition that allows the commander to assess the readiness and discipline of […]

NSU will offer Remote Pilot Certification prep course

August 27, 2025

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University will offer an in-person Remote Pilot Certification prep course, a comprehensive two-day, instructor-led workshop designed to prepare individuals for the FAA Remote Pilot Certification Exam.

The course will take place Sept. 13-14 in Kyser Hall Room 107 at a cost of $250 and is […]

Three undergrads named inaugural recipients of Advance English Scholarships

August 27, 2025

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s Department of English, Languages and Cultural Studies awarded the endowed Advance English Scholarship to the inaugural three recipients. They are Koby Brevelle of Marksville, Kayden Snell of Bossier City and Madison Swift of Lake Charles.

The scholarship is available to full-time undergraduate students […]

Part-Time Job Fair to be held Sept. 9

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s Job Location and Development Office will sponsor its annual Part-Time Job Fair on Tuesday, Sept. 9 from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. in the Friedman Student Union Ballroom.

NSU students will be able to connect with local employers offering flexible schedules and opportunities to build skills and […]

Flutist Dr. Elizabeth McNutt to present guest recital Sept. 8

NATCHITOCHES – Flutist Dr. Elizabeth McNutt will present a recital at Northwestern State University on Monday, Sept. 8 at 7:30 p.m. in Magale Recital Hall. Admission is free and open to the public. A livestream will be available at nsula.edu/capa/livestream. McNutt will be assisted by cellist Paul Christopher, an associate professor of cello […]

Driver education course to be offered Oct. 6-9

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s Office of Electronic Learning and Global Education will offer a driver education course Oct. 6-9 from 7:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. in South Hall on the NSU campus. The class is available during the fall break for Natchitoches Parish Schools.

This course will consist of 30 hours of classroom […]

Join the Purple Out home opener at NSU this Thursday

NATCHITOCHES – Demon fans, show your Purple Pride and join the Northwestern State University family for the season-opening Purple Out game Thursday, Aug. 28 in Turpin Stadium. Tailgating, entertainment and more is store for fans prior to kick-off at 7 p.m. against the Bravehawks of Alcorn State.

“Wear your purple and come […]

Campus events and activities for Aug. 24-30

NATCHITOCHES – Here is a look at the week of Aug. 24-30 at Northwestern State University.

Aug. 18 – Sept. 11 – Exhibit by Gretchen Murchison, “Rippled, Ruched, and Fractured,” Orville Hanchey Art Gallery

Aug. 24-26 – Late registration for Fall 2025 semester

Aug. 24 – Soccer vs. Alcorn State, Lady […]

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